Semaan Khawam

Semaan Khawam [a.k.a. “birdman”] is a Lebanese-Syrian artist currently based in Beirut. His work encompasses both painting and sculpture, in addition to graffiti and poetry, that addresses contemporary issues such as migration and identity. Imagery and figuration of birds is prevalent in his work, in reference to his alter ego, and hence his nickname, as birds tend to possess freedoms in movement that human beings do not.

Semaan’s work has been exhibited in Lebanon, Bahrain, Jordan, Germany, France, Italy, New York, Singapore, Taiwan and the UK, in over 30 collective exhibitions.

His activities in the UK include an exhibition in Finch Café and Gallery, London, and an artist residency with the NGO Appetite in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Furthermore, one of his paintings was shortlisted in 2022 at Hastings Museum. During 2023, Keele University Art Collection showcased his work.

Upcoming in the spring of 2025, Semaan will be unveiling his latest works at a solo show in LT Gallery in Beirut.